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Colorful Cilantro Lime Chicken served on a white ceramic plate, garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges, with a textured wooden table background, emphasizing vibrant green herbs and golden-brown chicken pieces, styled simply for an appetizing look

Flavorful Crock Pot Cilantro Lime Chicken

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Tender crock pot chicken seasoned with lime, cilantro, and spices, served shredded for versatile meals.

  • Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
  2. Mix lime juice, olive oil, garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl and pour over chicken.
  3. Cook on low for 4-5 hours until chicken is tender and easily shredded.
  4. Shred chicken using two forks, stir to combine with juices.
  5. Serve hot with chopped cilantro and lime wedges.

Notes

  • You can substitute chicken thighs for breasts for even juicier meat.
  • Serve over rice, in tacos, or on salads for versatile meals.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4-5 hours
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
  • Calories: 250 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 5g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg